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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Broccoli Apple Salad

    Modified: Jun 3, 2024 · Published: Apr 16, 2024 by Angela G. · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Broccoli Apple Salad

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    This unique broccoli salad features apples, craisins, red onion, and crunchy-salty seeds, all tossed in an apple cider vinaigrette made creamy with Greek yogurt! It's as good as it sounds and healthy too. Serve this side dish at your next potluck and wow the guests! Serves a crowd.

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    Broccoli Apple Salad
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    Broccoli Apple Salad with Homemade Yogurt Dressing
    Broccoli Apple Salad

    A classic side dish perfect for any potluck. This easy broccoli salad has a tangy but sweet flavor to it and a lot of crunch. With bursts of dried cranberries and fresh apples, this is a salad you can enjoy as a light lunch too!

    ★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★

    A go-to side dish for any occasion, broccoli salad is a staple recipe to have on hand. This version, however, brings a new pop of lightened-up flavor into the mix.

    With a blend of crisp broccoli and fresh apples, it has an added crunch from both pumpkin and sunflower seeds. Tossed in a tangy yogurt dressing with a hint of maple syrup and the result is a savory and sweet salad that’s hard to refuse.

    Healthy Broccoli Salad

    There's a lot to love. Here are a few more perks:

    Easy to make: This broccoli salad tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to settle. This means it’s the perfect recipe to make in advance and save yourself some kitchen time.

    Flavorful: It’s bright and light but with a savory twist. Each bite has the perfect balance of sweet, chewy, and crunchy which makes you want a second serving immediately.

    Versatile: Broccoli salad is delicious throughout the summer months and for large gatherings. It pairs well with any main course and can be enjoyed as a simple lunch as well.

    ★ Ingredients You'll Need ★

    There are two parts to making this broccoli salad. Both of which use easy ingredients you might already have.

    Broccoli Apple Salad Ingredients

    For the salad:

    • Broccoli florets: Chop the florets into bite-sized pieces so they distribute well throughout the salad.
    • Apples: Honeycrisp apples bring with them the sweetest flavor. Dice them so that they blend well and leave the peel on if you like.
    • Onion: Sometimes onion can add a hint of spiciness to the salad. So, adjust the amount you use based on personal preference. You can also switch up a regular onion for something like sweet or red onion.
    • Dried cranberries: These give a burst of sweetness and chewy flavor. Know that raisins or even dried cherries can be used instead.
    • Seeds: Both pumpkin and sunflower seeds are used for an added crunch in the salad.

    For the dressing:

    • Yogurt: Plain, regular yogurt works best as Greek yogurt will be too thick.
    • Apple cider vinegar: Great for digestion, this vinegar gives a tangy taste to the dressing without being overpowering.
    • Maple syrup: Opt for real Canadian maple syrup for the best flavor and consistency.
    • Garlic and salt: Staples for any dressing, make sure to mince your garlic so that the texture is undetectable.

    ★ How to Make this Recipe ★

    This salad recipe comes together in a pinch and only tastes better as it sits.

    How to Make Healthy Broccoli Salad

    Here are the steps:

    • Combine dressing ingredients together.
    • Dice vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
    • Mix vegetables together in a large bowl.
    • Coat salad with dressing and stir.
    • Serve and enjoy.

    Easy!

    ★ Tips & FAQs ★

    Should I blanch or steam the broccoli before adding it to the salad?

    Raw broccoli is perfectly safe to eat and brings with it a delicious crunch. Just make sure it's washed.

    However, if you want to blanche your broccoli before mixing together the salad you can. It will soften it up. Just make sure it is cooled or at room temperature before pouring on the dressing.

    Can I make broccoli salad ahead of time?

    You can prep this salad the night before and it will maintain most of its crunch; however, if you apply the dressing, it will soften some.

    So, if you know you’ll be making it ahead of time, don’t pour the dressing onto the salad but store it separately. Likewise, you may want to coat the apple chunks in lemon juice to keep them from browning or wait to add them until you need the salad.

    Storing Leftovers

    You’ll want to store leftover broccoli apple salad in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last 3-5 days.

    If you’re making a big batch to have some leftovers, only add the dressing to the amount you plan on eating that day. Otherwise, store the dressing and salad separately so that everything remains crispy.

    Can I add bacon to it?

    So glad you asked. Yes. Bacon is almost always a good idea. Mixing in some cooked, crisp bacon helps to amp up the savory flavor of the salad. You can use real bacon bits to save time.

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    Broccoli Apple Salad with Yogurt Dressing

    Broccoli Apple Salad

    Author: Angela G.
    This unique broccoli salad features apples, craisins, red onion, and crunchy-salty seeds, all tossed in an apple cider vinaigrette made creamy with Greek yogurt! It's as good as it sounds and healthy too. Serve this side dish at your next potluck and wow the guests! Serves a crowd.
    5 from 1 review
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    Course: Sides
    Cuisine: American
    Skill Level: Easy
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8
    Yield: 8 cups

    Equipment

    • salad bowl
    • serving spoon
    • mason jar with lid

    Ingredients 

    Salad

    • 32 oz broccoli florets chopped
    • 2 honeycrisp apples diced
    • ½ cup red onion finely diced
    • ½ cup dried cranberries
    • ¼ cup sunflower seeds
    • ¼ cup pepitas

    Dressing

    • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 ½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt more or less to taste
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    Instructions

    • Make the dressing. Add dressing ingredients to a mason jar and shake until well combined.
    • Make the salad. Chop broccoli, apples, and onion then add the salad ingredients to a large bowl. Add sunflower and pepita seeds. Toss to combine.
    • Combine salad and dressing. Pour all of the dressing over the salad mixture and toss again to coat the salad.
    • Serve immediately or chill and serve.

    Notes

    This salad can be enjoyed immediately or chilled first. Chilling overnight helps marinate the flavors but vegetables will soften producing a less crisp salad. Chilling around 2 hours is ideal if you want it to be cold and refreshing.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 0.001mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 479mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 104mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg
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